The State University of New York, Brooklyn Educational Opportunity Center, provides tuition free academic and workforce development training to eligible New York State residents, providing a pathway to lifelong learning, college access and economic self-sufficiency.

Under supervision of the Student Services Director or designee, and located in the Advisement Center, the Student Advisor for the College Connections Initiative advises students in the College Preparation program and assists students in career and academic programs to connect to a college pathway.

In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the duties of the position include but are not limited to the following:

Provide academic and career advisement to students enrolled in the College Preparation program

Advise students enrolled in non -college prep programs on preparing and planning for college

Provide workshops and seminars on the college application process

Plan college fairs and college tours

Review program requirements, and EOC policies and procedures with applicants and students in individual or group settings

Assist students with developing life skills, setting goals, discussing educational and career options

Work closely with instructors and other staff to develop student success strategies

Track student placement in college

Assist in EOC outreach and provide College Connections information to community

Provide follow-up services for students

Flexible schedule is required: day and evening hours

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in advising non- traditional students and those with academic deficits and life challenges. Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills needed; customer service orientation is essential, being able to work effectively with faculty, staff, students and external constituents. Proficiency in MS Office required; experience with academic or career advising software a plus.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Provides academic advisement and planning services to a diverse student population within an Educational Opportunity Center (EOC).

Assists students with clarifying values and goals, discussing educational options, requirements, policies and procedures; offers academic and personal support

May specialize in providing advice on specific programs or to specific student groups

Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

EOC Assistant to HEO

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary range: $39,282 to $51,153

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled with review of resumes to begin on or after September 27, 2019.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.